"It is your inspiration that cultivated my desire to teach yoga. I am changing. I had taken yoga for years but never applied any changes and now realize how incredibly important it is to focus on the moment and live in the now.Living moment to moment has helped me let go of things from the past and it has become so much easier to let the changes happen. Thank you for being the flame that lights my way thank you for all your inspiration, and for being a wonderful teacher. Most of all I thank the universe for letting our paths cross, for I am forever indebted to your wisdom. "

Belle

"I’ve taken classes and workshops from Aparna for the last 5 years. She has not only transformed my understanding of Yoga but her teaching style has contributed to positive changes in my life such as a renewed sense of self, an inner peace and acceptance.I’ve learned in her class that everything I do is perfect and wonderful for me. She makes every class all about your own challenge, journey, and growth.For me, Aparna has set the bar very high for other Yoga instructors I have or expect to encounter in the future. I will take her classes as long as the opportunity exists. She is a wealth of knowledge and a gift in my life."

Tonya

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"I have taken yoga classes off and on since the mid-70s with some very fine teachers,but Aparna is by far the best teacher I have ever had. She has the true gift of making the deeper, spiritual aspects of a yoga practice accessible and joyful. I see tangible impacts in my day-to-day relationships, especially in my ability to treat others and myself with greater compassion. I like myself more than I did a year ago! I would highly recommend this series to anyone looking for useful tools for personal growth.Thank you for your many gifts to me and to others."

Roberta

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"I took my first Yoga class ever at age 62 with Aparna and thoroughly enjoyed it for the next 2 years, gradually taking as many classes as I could, until we moved away last December. Since then I have come to realize what a truly great teacher Aparna is. My husband (who attended her classes for over a year) and I have tried different instructors in our new location, but nobody comes even close to Aparna.Aparna, we miss your kind words of encouragement, your gentle touch in correcting a pose and your caring for your students of all ages! "

Monika Sandoval

"I've been taking your Mixed Level class at UNM for a year and you are my favorite Yoga teacher ever. I need your class , like I need food. I love your manner, your voice, your instruction, your challenging me beyond my limits, and especially the music you play during class. When I hear a middle eastern sounding voice I'm just transported to a blissful place. Thank you for your skill and all the peace and love that radiates from you. Namaste."

Tonya

"I have been taking your class at UNM for a little over four months. I have taken yoga classes from other instructors for over two years but you have shown me that I am capable of much more physically and spiritually than I ever believed. It is hard for me to put into words what you have given me everyday in class. I am much more aware of my physical condition, my outward appearance, as well as my mental needs. And all of this has happened in a little over four months!

Thank you so much for being such a great instructor and example."

Rebecca

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"I love your site and I enjoy your class at the YMCAvery much....you are very professional,creative and responsible with your work and I am very grateful and privileged to have you as my Yoga teacher. Thank you for everything."

Domenica Barile

" When I first began working with Aparna, about four years ago, I had been struggling with symptoms of chronic fatigue. I was experiencing a lot of body pain and had little stamina. Aparna took careful note of my needs by thoughtful questions. She began with simple poses and stretches, encouraging me to practice these at home between our sessions. She admonished me to accept my abilities and limitations as they were, and not to push myself beyond what the body was willing or able to do at the time. Gradually, as my strength and flexibility increased, she invited me into more challenging poses. Today, I feel stronger and healthier. My stamina has increased impressively. But yet, each time I see Aparna, she will ask me about the status of my body before we begin a session. I could attend yoga classes anywhere in the city, but I give myself the gift of spending an hour with Aparna, who knows and cares about my body’s ups and downs, and who has the skill and knowledge to choose a series of poses that relate specifically and personally to my needs."

Susan Landers

"I have been taking Yoga lessons off and on for the last 15 years or so. Sometimes from good instructors, but most of the time from people that should not have been in the profession.

About four years ago, I was introduced to a different style of Yoga by Aparna. She is very professional and always up to date. We have a dedicated group of people attending her classes which makes for a pleasant environment and is a lot of fun. I hope I will have the pleasure of these lessons for a long time to come."